In an intense three-day competition, the duo of Taiwo Moyosore and Obadimu Olasubomi of Grace Point College has emerged as the overall winner of the MECAMA Educational Games The Busy Brains Competition 2.0 Edition, held at the International Conference Centre, Lead City University Ibadan from December 11th to 13th, 2023. The competition, which was jointly organized by Lead Radio 106.3 and Algorithm Educational Concepts, Ibadan, saw 32 schools with 64 participants competing in the MARCO and E’MARCO Games of the five games in MECAMA Educational Games, to promote critical-thinking and problem-solving skills among students through engaging and competitive gameplay. The participants showcased their strategic thinking, teamwork and quick decision-making skills throughout the competition, creating an electrifying atmosphere at the venue.
The inventor of MECAMA Educational Games, Mr Akinwole Adebayo Najeem, who is a lecturer at the Mathematics Dept, Federal College of Education Iwo, appreciated the contributions of The Busy Brains Competition 2.0 Edition under the leadership of Mr Wole Akinwumi and the Games Development Manager, Mr Adeyemi Diamond. He also thanked Mr Kanyisola Owoeye, CEO of Lead Radio, for his collaborative effort.
In his opening speech, Mr Akinwole noted that the purpose of the competition was to challenge the students’ knowledge, skills and creativity in a fun and competitive environment. He added that the event was also a celebration of learning and a showcase of the hard work, dedication, and talent of all the participants.
Officials present at the event included Alhaji M. A. Yusuf, the Registrar of Federal College of Education Iwo, Mr Opeyemi Oyedepo, Mrs Seun Aladesuyi, Mrs Eniola Lateefat, Dr Mustapha, Mr Taofeek Oladokun, among other dignitaries.
Lead City Int’l School II represented by Oluwtoba Divine and Babawibe Jemimah and Lead City Int’l School I represented by Efua Dirisu and Adebola Olawuyi came second and third place respectively.
The first, second, and third place winners received cash prizes of 150,000, 100,000, and 50,000 respectively. Mr Wole Akinwumi announced that the participants would be celebrated with the cheques in their various schools next term.
Two special awards were also given out at the event. MARKS COMPREHENSIVE HIGH SCHOOL won 25,000 for having the highest score point per game and making it to the semi finals, and OYINLOLA INT’L SCHOOL was awarded 10,000 for playing the highest score per turn in E’MARCO.
The organizers expressed their satisfaction with the success of the event and praised all the participants for their impressive display of skills and sportsmanship. They reiterated the importance of such competitions in nurturing the intellectual capabilities of students and preparing them for real-world challenges. They urged government at all levels to encourage innovative ideas that are educative and youth-oriented.
The MECAMA Educational Games The Busy Brains Competition 2.0 Edition was a resounding success, highlighting the importance of fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills among the youth. The event served as a platform for students to demonstrate their mental prowess and strategic abilities.